Q: You spent years working on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. What attracted you to San Diego?

A: When we think about San Diego, I think we are recognized as people that live in the realm of possibilities, and that’s very attractive to me. The other thing was that this community is broadly recognized as really huge collaborators, and so the opportunity to demonstrate leadership is one thing, but to actually execute on projects and bring companies can only be had if you have people that are willing to roll up their sleeves and show the sweat equity.

Q: So what’s the future?

A: We’re intent on introducing sustainable solutions and clean-tech systems to our region’s iconic landmarks. With sizable energy footprints and even bigger appetites to save costs and be better environmental stewards, our member partners at The San Diego Zoo, Petco Park, the San Diego Port Authority, and potentially the Centennial Celebration are now poised to walk the clean-tech talk.

CleanTECH San Diego’s role as a market facilitator is helping to align all the various strategic partners with the enabling solutions providers and helping to aid in the execution of their respective clean-tech agendas across our region. While there will be inevitable bumps and pivots in that pursuit, San Diego region’s future is bold, and the market is primed.